In this episode of the Small Brave Moves Podcast, Nicole Bianchi is joined by Melissa Hurrington—CFO & VP of Operations at Premier Claims, LinkedIn Top Voice, keynote speaker, and advocate for women in leadership.

Melissa gets real about the unseen work of self-leadership—moving from “performing” to leading authentically. She shares how she traded the polished “CFO costume” for unapologetic authenticity, how she reframed imposter syndrome, set healthy boundaries to beat burnout, and why courage doesn’t come before action—it comes because of it.

We also get candid about emotional regulation, saying no without guilt, and practical ways to pause, reset, and lead with intention.

This episode is perfect for leaders who want actionable strategies to lead bravely, show up authentically, and sustain high performance.

If you’re ready to ditch the mask and lead with truth, heart, and results, this conversation is your catalyst.

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